“Please accept my sincere condolences for the passing of your Mother Florence. I was Jimmy's best friend at the time of his untimely death. Over the...Read More »
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3 of 14 | Posted by: Donald D. Mittelstaedt - MN

“I first knew Florence as Andy's teacher and was proud that he had the fortitude to lector-as was his mom. In a time when being Catholic was very...Read More »
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4 of 14 | Posted by: JoAnn Volkenant - Milbank, SD

“Florence has always been such a special person in my life. She always had a smile and encouraging word.
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5 of 14 | Posted by: Betty Dockter - Milbank, SD

“Tom, Jo, and family,Sorry to hear about Tom's mom. It is hard to lose a parent.She was a very pretty lady. I am sure you will miss her. God's...Read More »
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7 of 14 | Posted by: LARRY AND JUDY PICHT - SD

“I will always have very fond memories of your Mom. Especially when I was planning my wedding ohhh..24 years ago.. she was so helpful and such a...Read More »
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8 of 14 | Posted by: Mary Lee Trevett Trapp - SD

“I was sorry to hear of your Mom's death today. My condolences to all of you. I know your Mom is no longer in pain and is finally reunited with your...Read More »
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9 of 14 | Posted by: Mary Ellen Gilbert - Dixon, IL

“Dear Lieffort family - I was so sorry to hear of Florence's passing...my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I remember coming over...Read More »
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10 of 14 | Posted by: Joan (Stocking) Randall - Wayzata, MN

“Family of Florence...we remember every time we visited the care center, your loved one was reading. She would look up and smile that sweet smile she...Read More »
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11 of 14 | Posted by: Tim & Rena Ramsey - Milbank, SD

“Al, So sorry to hear of your mothers passing, may you always lift her spirit up prayer as we do today. Thoughts & prayers to you and your family...Read More »
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12 of 14 | Posted by: Kathy & Wayne Summer - Alexandria, MN

“Our Simpathy is with your Family...Flo and Jim ,Visited My folks many times in Wisconsin and Florida... I remember first meeting them in Green Bay...Read More »
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13 of 14 | Posted by: Berwyn Lieffort - Vero Beach, FL

“Sorry we couldn't make it for the memorial. We loved her very much.
June & Dick
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14 of 14 | Posted by: Dick Toner - Havelock, , NC

Florence Marie Lieffort, age 86, Milbank SD died Friday August 31, 2012 at Milbank Area Hospital. Florence had resided at St William Home in Milbank since November of 2006. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, September 6, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank. Father Gary DeRouchey will officiate. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Florence's family will greet friends on Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home in Milbank. A scripture and rosary service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Music will be provided by the St. Lawrence Funeral Choir. The urn bearers will be Florence's grandchildren. The lector will be Andy Lieffort and the Eucharistic Minister will be Leon Schliesman. Florence was born to Thomas and Florence (Billiet) Toner on March 31, 1926, at Graceville, Minnesota. She grew up in Ortonville, Minnesota. Florence was united in marriage with James Lieffort on November 18, 1944. They lived most of their life in Milbank. Florence and Jim were parents to 12 children and were lifelong members of St Lawrence Catholic Parish. Florence was not only mother to her family, but also took much pride and pleasure in her roll of sacristan at St Lawrence Church. She trained many, many altar boys and girls and loved making new faith settings through her crafts. Florence relinquished that position only after her health would no longer allow her to do those duties in the manor she thought necessary. Florence is survived by eleven of her twelve children. They are in birth order: Jeanne (Larry) Wobbema, New Rockford, ND; Jack (Shirley) Lieffort, Savannah, Ill; Albert Lieffort, Alexandria, MN; Julie Lieffort, Coon Rapids, MN; Peter Lieffort, Milbank, SD; Teresa ( Andre) Avant, Banning, CA; Thomas (Jolene) Lieffort, Watertown, SD; Liz ( Steve) Hilbrands, Milbank, SD; Bob ( Kris) Lieffort, Brookings SD; Sarah (Mick) Pickens, St Cloud, MN; and Andrew ( Jesse) Lieffort, Star Prairie, WI. Florence was gifted with 34 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Florence is also survived by three sisters: Judy Gray, Phyllis Dandrea, and Katie Hanson; three brothers: Kenneth Toner, Dennis Toner and Dick Toner; seven sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law as well as many, many nieces and nephews. Florence was preceded in death by her husband James; her son Jimmy Alan; her daughter-in-law Beth Lieffort; 2 grandchildren; her parents and her parents-in-law; two sisters; three brothers; three sisters-in-law; and six brothers-in-law.

Memories & Candles

Condolences from the Toner side of the family. Babes smile and throaty laugh will stay with us forever. Our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Posted by: Jack & Carole Lovell - Huson, MT Sep 25, 2012

Andy and Family. My deepest sympathies in the death of your mother.

Posted by: Doug Carlsen - Le Mars, IA Sep 18, 2012

Please accept my sincere condolences for the passing of your Mother Florence. I was Jimmy's best friend at the time of his untimely death. Over the years I've kept in-touch with her and your Father Jim, but all too infrequently. Your parents always treated me kindly and with great affection. Your family will always have a warm spot in my heart and memories. God bless and watch over all of you.

Posted by: Donald D. Mittelstaedt - Rosemount, MN Sep 07, 2012

I first knew Florence as Andy's teacher and was proud that he had the fortitude to lector-as was his mom. In a time when being Catholic was very important, Florence and I shared things I had used to decorate the Lutheran church walls. She was once great character and I am certain she has not stopped connecting with those gone before on the other side.May you always feel her connection in your lives.

Posted by: JoAnn Volkenant - Milbank, SD Sep 07, 2012

Florence has always been such a special person in my life. She always had a smile and encouraging word.

Posted by: Betty Dockter - Milbank, SD Sep 07, 2012

Andy, Jess & Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. love, Mark & Laura

Posted by: Mark & Laura Picard - cary, IL Sep 06, 2012

Tom, Jo, and family,Sorry to hear about Tom's mom. It is hard to lose a parent.She was a very pretty lady. I am sure you will miss her. God's Blessings to all of you!!!!!

Posted by: LARRY AND JUDY PICHT - WATERTOWN, SD Sep 05, 2012

I will always have very fond memories of your Mom. Especially when I was planning my wedding ohhh..24 years ago.. she was so helpful and such a great asset to our church family here in Milbank. My condolences and sending healing thoughts and Blessings your way. Fondly, Mary Lee

Posted by: Mary Lee Trevett Trapp - SD Sep 05, 2012

I was sorry to hear of your Mom's death today. My condolences to all of you. I know your Mom is no longer in pain and is finally reunited with your Dad in heaven. I will miss seeing all of you on Thursday. It is really true that the only time we get together is to bury someone. My love to all of you.

Posted by: Mary Ellen Gilbert - Dixon, IL Sep 04, 2012

Dear Lieffort family - I was so sorry to hear of Florence's passing...my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I remember coming over to the house as a kid, and Florence would always greet me with, "How ya doin', Jo-Jo?" She's the only one who ever called me that nickname:) Love and hugs to you all. My deepest sympathy - Joan

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